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TBP Bring Dracula to the Stage Long before Edward and Twilight were hot, there was Dracula.

Now you can star in the Twin Beach Players (TBP) next production, with auditions in September.

Auditions for Dracula will be held at the Northeast Community Center in Chesapeake Beach on: - Thursday, September 8 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

- Sunday, September 11 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

- Monday, September 12 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

All roles are open.

Here are the characters needed: - Dr. Arthur Seward: A dignified, kindly, compassionate man in his md-50’s. He is capable of quiet, unexpected humor.

- Sybil Seward: Somewhere in her late 40’s but she won’t say where. She’s Dr. Seward’s spinster sister, addlepated, occasionally detached from reality and harmlessly touched in the head.

- Renfield: A schizophrenic inmate of indeterminate age. He vacillates instantly from lunatic ravings to perfect rational conversation. A guy in his 20’s to 40’s.

- Hennessey: A gentleman that is the attendant at Dr. Seward’s asylum. He is earnest and hard working. He must help to subdue Renfield’s violent derangement. Late teens to 40’s.

- Wesley: Another asylum attendant. A pleasant nature and an easy smile, he, too, needs to help restrain Renfield.

Late teens to 40’s actor needed.

- Jonathan Harker: Mid 20’s to late 30’s. He is likable, outgoing, well-heeled, well-dressed, successful architect.

A well built, attractive individual that has to fight inmates and demons.

- Mina: Despite her illness and pallor, Miss Murray is a most attractive young woman in 20’ to 30’s. She is a gentle, warm, compassionate woman. During the play she comes under Dracula’s supernatural powers, transformed into a seductive, scheming, wanton. Before our eyes, she is turning into a vampire.

- Count Dracula: His age is hard to determine. His countenance is arresting, lupine, cruel and coldly handsome. Though he is evil incarnate, he must have an appeal, not only to the women in the play, but to the women in the audience. His humor is sardonic and Satan-inspired. His manner is one of mockery; yet he can entice and captivate.

His accent is slightly Continental.

- Heinrich Van Helsing: Ours is not Hugh Jackman! In his 50’s, he is a dedicated scientist and genial man. Though rumpled in appearance and comfortable as an old shoe, he must be played with dignity. He is the spine of the play. The audience must take him to their hearts as he is the only one that can save them from the Beast.

Interested in trying out for any of these roles? Come to one of the audtions! For more information, visit TwinBeachPlayers.com or “like” them on Facebook. Email: info@twinbeachplayers.com.

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Health officials are planning drops of rabies vaccines in local wooded areas to help prevent the spread of disease among raccoons this fall. Details about this innovative program – and what to do if your child or pet comes in contact with one of the rabies packets – in our Cover Story on page 12

Remember 9/11 Locally The Town of Chesapeake Beach will hold a memorial event on Sunday, September 11 at 2:00 p.m. to honor the 10th anniversary of September 11.

Who could forget how our nation was attacked the morning of September 11, 2001. This terrorist attack left thousands of our fellow Americans dead or wounded at the World Trade Center in New York City, at the Pentagon in Washington, DC and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. That day, four planes were hijacked. Two of these planes crashed into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center, one crashed into the Pentagon and one crashed in a field in Shanksville when passengers overpowered their hijackers to save others.

This was the worst-ever terrorist attack on American soil.

We pay tribute to those who lost their lives, we honor those first responders who risked their lives to save their fellow countrymen, and we remember. To prove the resolve of Americans remains strong, the Town of Chesapeake Beach invites everyone to attend this special anniversary event.

The remembrance ceremony will take place at Veteran’s Park in Chesapeake Beach at the corner of Maryland Routes 260 and 261 at 2:00 p.m. Please plan to come.

Bridge Repairs In Owings Calvert County officials say road work at the Chaneyville Road Bridge at Graham Creek in Owings is scheduled to begin on or about September 6 to repair pavement settlement at the northern approach to the bridge.

Motorists may experience traffic delays between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. during construction and are encouraged to take alternate routes if possible. One-way traffic will be maintained throughout the project period. The work is expected to be finished by the end of October.

The repairs will consist of replacing the settled pavement, grouting the existing rip-rap in front of the wing walls to fill the voids and installing a steel sheeting bulkhead with a concrete cap. The goal is to help prevent migration of soils from underneath the roadway with the hope of avoiding any future settlement.

The total cost is approximately $145,000, which was allocated by a Board of County Commissionersapproved budget adjustment to the county’s capital budget and includes the cost of the construction, materials testing and inspection services. The Federal Bridge Program administered by the State Highway Administration will reimburse the county for 80 per“I can sell your home too!” cent of the total costs.

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LOCAL NEWS

County Adopting New Flood Plan Check Maps To See Your Risk

As an area surrounded by water on three sides, Calvert County is very sensitive to flooding. To address this risk, the Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing in July and voted to adopt the county's first flood mitigation plan. It’s part of a national effort to assess the flood risks faced

by communities and to provide government officials and homeowners with information vital to planning, permitting and insurance coverage.

The Calvert County Flood Mitigation Plan will lead to adoption of new county floodplain maps developed by the Federal Flooding in Neeld Estate in Huntingtown in 2009 caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida.

How many structures would be damaged in our area in the event of a serious 100-year flood event?

Here are numbers cited in the new report (in alphabetical order): - Breezy Point - 23 - Chesapeake Beach – 70 - Neeld Estate (Plum Point/Huntingtown) - 45 - North Beach - 61 (with a few severely damaged)

Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and adoption of updated flood regulations.

The plan will also become part of the county's Hazard Mitigation Plan. The adoption of the plan, new regulations and floodplain maps will ensure the county remains eligible for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).

The new plan aims to reduce the risk of loss of life, personal injury and property damage by identifying flood risks and allowing for future funding of flood mitigation projects. It sets direction for local land use by keeping future development out of undeveloped floodplain areas.

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Watercraft Accidents Claim Two Lives A man died in a jet ski accident in the Chesapeake Bay just south of the fishing pier at North Beach on Thursday, August 18, at 3:41 p.m.

Maryland Natural Resources Police say that William Thomas Cole, 42, of North Beach was operating a 10-foot personal watercraft (PWC).

Beach patrols say that people fishing at the end of the pier saw Cole jumping waves on his jet ski when he was knocked of his vessel by the waves. Cole yelled for assistance and then was covered by breaking waves. He was then observed to be unconscious on the water with the jet ski on its side.

The sea condition at the time of the accident was two to three foot waves and winds estimated at 15 to 20 knots. Officials say Cole was wearing a life jacket at the time of the incident.

Beach patrols say one of the fishermen ran up to the Welcome Center to report the accident, and they called 911.

Cole was picked up North Beach Volunteer Fire Department and transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Cole’s body is transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for autopsy. NRP’s Special Operations Division is continuing the investigation into the accident.

Two days earlier, on Tuesday, August 16, Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) searched for a missing boater in Tenthouse Creek in Galesville. The next morning, NRP recovered a man’s body on August 17, 2011 at 7:30 am.

The boater was identified as Dean Dixon, 52, of Harwood. Dixon had been the object of the search when his unoccupied vessel was found washed ashore in Tenthouse Creek, in the area of the 4700 block of Bayfield Road, Galesville.

On August 16, at 3:00 p.m., NRP received a call about the unoccupied vessel and immediately began a search by air and water for the missing boater. Units from NRP, the Coast Guard, Anne Arundel County Fire Department and their aviation unit assisted in the search for Dixon by vessel, air and with the help of divers.

The search teams also employed the use of side scan sonar to aid the search for Dixon.

Dixon had last spoken to his family by cell phone at 11:00 a.m. that morning while he was crabbing.

His body was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore for autopsy. NRP Special Operations Unit is conducting an investigation into the incident.

are at risk of flooding, which is a testament to strong land use regulations. Several areas, including Cove Point and Broomes Island, remain at risk and the flood mitigation plan offers strategies for protecting these regions.

The plan still faces review and approval by FEMA and the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). However, residents may now use the updated flood insurance rate maps to investigate their flood risk status and determine whether to make modifications to their personal flood insurance coverage.

The maps are scheduled to become effective in December 2011. For locations that require flood insurance, buying it now or revisiting current policies is advantageous.

The NFIP Grandfather Rule allows citizens to save money when they get a flood insurance policy before the new maps take effect.

To learn more, scan the Current Code to see the full 135-page report or go to ChesapeakeCurrent.com and search for flood mitigation to click on the link from your pc (it’s a PDF file you can print or save). Or, you can also access the flood mitigation plan and an overview presentation from the Calvert County web site.

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Beach Woman Dies in Crash Two drivers died in a crash in Lothian on Thursday night, August 18.

Anne Arundel County Police say Angela Astin, 47, of Chesapeake Beach and Robert Leslie Lynch, 57, of Annapolis, were driving separate vehicles that collided shortly before 6:00 p.m.

It happened on Route 2/Solomon’s Island Road at Solitude Court. Police say that Lynch was driving a Ford F-350 van northbound on Solomon’s Island Road that crossed the double line and collided head on with a Volkswagen Passat driven by Astin.

The van caught fire and both Lynch and Astin were both pronounced dead on the scene by paramedics from the Anne Arundel County Fire Department. Police say speed was not a factor and it is not known if alcohol played a role in the crash. An investigation by the traffic safety section is ongoing.

Arrest In Dunkirk Bank Hold-Up Units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and the Maryland State Police Barrack “U” responded to Capital One Bank located at 10840 Town Center Boulevard in Dunkirk for a robbery on August 9 at approximately 11:04 a.m.

A black male entered the bank and demanded money from a teller, who complied. The suspect subsequently fled the bank with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Authorities determined that a Capital One Bank located in Silver Hill, MD had been robbed by a man Surveillance camera still. fitting the same description about 45 minutes earlier.

On August 11, forensic evidence obtained from at the Capital One Bank led detectives to a possible suspect named Moshood Abiola Shonekan of Bowie.

Members from the Calvert Investigative Team (CIT) say they obtained an arrest warrant for Shonekan and a search and seizure warrant for his residence. At approximately 6:30 p.m., officers from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, tMaryland State Police Barrack U, Prince George’s County Police, and the FBI found Shonekan in a park near his residence, where he was reportedly gambling. A short chase occurred, but Shonekan was taken into custody.

Later, while being questioned, authorities say he admitted to both hold-ups.

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LOCAL NEWS

Assault

DFC A. Woodford arrested John Kenneth Baione Jr., 26, of Dunkirk, on August 4 at 1:41 a.m. after it was determined Baione had struck another man, seriously injuring him, and two others, outside of Neptune’s Bar and Grill in North Beach.

Witnesses gave a description of Baione and he was later located on a nearby street and arrested.

Baione has been charged with first-degree assault and three counts of second-degree assault. The initial victim, a 31-year-old of North Beach, was taken by ambulance to Calvert Memorial Hospital with multiple contusions to the head and face. The other two victims, a 23-year-old woman from Pennsylvania and a 27-year-old man of Chesapeake Beach, were treated on the scene for minor injuries. Witnesses advised a second man was with Baione and also may have been involved in the assault. That man has been identified and charges are pending.

Anyone with information regarding this assault is asked to contact DFC Woodford or Det. N. DeFelice at (410) 535-2800.

CDS Violations

DFC R. Kreps made a traffic stop on a vehicle at 1st Street and Dayton Avenue in North Beach on August 12 at 11:34 p.m. The driver, later identified as Shannon Lynn Davern, 35 of Huntingtown was found to be intoxicated and placed under arrest for driving under the influence. A search incident to arrest revealed open alcoholic containers in the vehicle as well as suspected drugs. Davern was arrested and became disorderly. Davern was charged with possession of cocaine, use of drug paraphernalia, a baggie used to store cocaine; and resisting arrest.

DFC J. Norton on August 13 at 2:17 a.m. observed a female stumbling in the parking lot of a business on MD Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach.

He made contact with her and determined that she appeared to be under the influence of suspected drugs. After obtaining consent to search, he found the woman, identified as Donna L. Kent, 45, of Owings, to be in possession of suspected drugs.

She was arrested and charged with possession of Percocet, possession of marijuana, possession of phencyclidine and possession of Xanax.

DFC J. Norton conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on August 12 at 2:43 p.m. in Sunderland on southbound MD Rt. 4 near Lord Baltimore Drive.

He found the driver, Michael Joseph Weiss, 32, of Huntingtown, to be in possession of suspected drug paraphernalia, a metal cylinder, used to grind marijuana. Weiss was cited for possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia, a metal grinder.

Destruction of Property

Unknown suspect(s) pulled up the railing on the boardwalk at Bay Avenue and 3rd Street in North Beach causing $150 in damage sometime between August 12 and 13. Anyone with information is asked to contact Dep. A. Lawton at (410) 535-2800.

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Two victims on E Street in Chesapeake Beach advised DFC A. Woodford that sometime between 1:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. on August 13, unknown suspect(s) caused $500 and $1,200 to their vehicles by throwing a rock through the window of each vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact DFC Woodford at (410) 535-2800.

On August 11 at about 2:05 a.m. Dep. A. Lawton responded to the area of Forest Ridge Drive and Sansbury Drive in Chesapeake Beach for the report of suspicious juveniles in the area. Dep. Lawton contacted the complainant who advised he observed three juvenile males looking into various vehicles and acting suspiciously. DFC Deakins

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located three males matching the description running along Sansbury Drive. Deakins was able to stop one of the juveniles who admitted he and his two friends were spray painting in the area. Dep. Lawton made contact with the other two youths, one of whom also admitted to spray painting some property in the area including behind the Veteran’s Memorial fountain at the intersection of Routes 260 and 261. The two twelve year olds and one 15-year-old males, all from North Beach, were charged on youth reports with destruction of property and released to a parent.

Resisting Arrest

On August 6 at 6:33 a.m. Dep. M. Economes conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed on E Street in Chesapeake Beach. The vehicle skidded to a stop at an intersection. Economes made contact with the driver, later identified as James Paul Brinkley, Jr., 28, of Chesapeake Beach. A single front seat passenger, a 22-year-old female, also of Chesapeake Beach, seemed visibly upset and advised she wanted to get out of the vehicle. At this point Brinkley jumped out of the vehicle and fled on foot. He refused to stop after numerous commands from Dep. Economes. Economes later responded to Brinkley’s home and located him hiding in a basement closet.

Brinkley was apprehended and is charged with resisting arrest and attempting to elude an officer by fleeing.

Burglary

A homeowner on Uncle Charlie’s Spur in Dunkirk advised DFC P. Aurich that sometime between 9:00 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. on August 12, someone kicked in his exterior door and entered his home while no one was there. The culprit(s) stole a laptop computer valued at $400 and various jewelry and other items from the home. Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt. R. McCourt of the CIT at (410) 535-1600 ext. 2457.

Vandalism

A victim on Llewelyn Lane in Huntingtown advised DFC J. Norton that sometime overnight between August 9 and 10, unknown suspect(s) ransacked two vehicles parked outside her home.

Nothing appears to have been taken. The vehicles had been unlocked. A neighbor reported to DFC Norton that she had items taken from inside her vehicle and trailer. Missing are a black cosmetic bag and a yellow toolbox. Anyone with information is asked to contact DFC Norton at (410) 535-2800.

State Police Barrack U Reports: Possession of Suboxone

Trooper West stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 260 at St. Andrews Drive in Chesapeake Beach on August 8 at 8:31 a.m. Jeffery L. Harrison, 35, of Severn, was found to be in possession of Suboxone and Drug Paraphernalia. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Possession of Marijuana

Trooper West stopped at vehicle for speeding on Route 260 at Route 2 in Owings on August 13 at 2:14 a.m. A search of the vehicle revealed that the passenger, Anthony T. B. Beechtold, 23, of Huntingtown, was in possession of marijuana. He was arrested and incarcerated to the Calvert County Detention Center.

Trooper First Class Lewis stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 at Hickory Ridge Road in Dunkirk on August 8 at 10:06 p.m. A search of the vehicle revealed that Rafael M. McRae, 20, of Fort Washington, and Alonzo Cooke, 20, of Clinton, were in possession of marijuana. They were arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Back-To-School Shop With a Cop LOCAL NEWS

The Calvert Shop With a Cop program decided that Back to School was a good time of the year to expand, so on August 6, they took a group of children under their wings for a day that they hoped would boost their self esteem.

The children were from all of the county’s six middle schools and were referred by school counselors. They spent Shop With a Cop day with officers from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, Maryland Natural Resources Police, Prince George’s County Police and a member of the Maryland National Guard. Calvert Optimist

Clubs were involved as well as numerous volunteers.

The day started with officers taking the kids to the Lord Calvert Bowl in Huntingtown, where they were treated to two free games of bowling. Breakfast was also provided courtesy of Janie Hanko.

There was friendly competition between the officers and the kids who tried to out bowl each other. The staff also gave each child free passes to come back and bowl another time.

Next was a police escort complete with lights and sirens to the Wal-Mart in Prince Frederick. The children were

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each given $200 to purchase clothing and school supplies. Wal-Mart gave each child a tax exemption as well so the children were able to exceed the $200 limit.

Many of the kids were very excited to pick clothes for themselves instead of hand-me-downs. One commented that they had never had brand new clothes of their own.

When the kids were done shopping, they were transported to the St. Leonard Fire House where they were treated to lunch provided by Chick-Fil-A. Rita’s of Prince Frederick gave cotton candy and pineapple ice to the kids. The St. Leonard Ladies Auxiliary provided drinks and set up the lunch area. The children were also could get free haircuts, hair supplies and girls received manicures, all courtesy of Hairline of Dunkirk.

It was a very nice day that brought a lot of joy to the children who participated as well as the officers and volunteers who donated their time.

The Calvert Shop With a Cop program is funded by donations from individuals and the business community. Organizers are hopeful that next year they can have another back to school event to serve more On Shop With a Cop day, kids were treated to free hair cuts, hair supplies and girls received manicures from Hairchildren in need. line of Dunkirk.

Sheriff Mike Evans with interns Rita Lubrano; Sean Donahue; Tyler Farley; Nicholas Edwards; Andrew DiMaggio; Sharon DiMaggio -Program Coordinator; Caitlin Smith; Nikki Pietryka; Sgt. Kent Gregory at a K-9 Demonstration. This specialized session is one of a series offered every summer to interns and volunteers.

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office says 17 teens have just completed their summer Internship and Volunteer Program, giving a combined total of 1,956 hours.

Not only do the young people gain experience and skills, many decide to later go into criminal justice or law enforcement careers. They also help the Sheriff’s Office with administrative tasks, projects, and events.

Intern Casey Ruth says, “Working as an intern/volunteer at the Calvert County Sheriff's Office has been an experience I will never forget.”

“I’ve known that I wanted to be police officer for awhile, but after experiencing this internship and getting practice from the officers, I know that this what I want to do 100% and that this is the job for me,” said intern Rita Lubrano.

"I enjoyed working here so much that after my time as an intern was up, I decided to continue as a volunteer wanting to soak up as much information as I could,” said intern Megan Myers. “My time as an intern and volunteer at the Sheriff's Office has been one of the most influential factors in deciding my career path and has positively influenced me in so many ways. I only wish that more aspiring students were able to take advantage of this invaluable opportunity to learn and gain a first look into the criminal justice field of study.”

“This internship was able to give me more than just ride-alongs, and as a result I have come to realize that I definitely would like to work with the police one day soon,” commented intern Dallas Harris.

Intern Sean Donahue added, “I have not been working at the Sheriff's Office long, but the atmosphere is rather welcoming. Everyone seems pretty friendly and I have enjoyed the time that I have been there.”

If you’re interested in the Internship and Volunteer Program, or to apply, please email Sharon DiMaggio, Program Coordinator, at dimaggsr@co.cal.md.us.

Ideal participants exhibit trustworthiness, motivation, punctuality, flexibility, and efficiency.

All applicants under 18 must obtain parental consent before submitting an application.

Positions are non-paid and the application process is continuous.

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Where Are They Now?

By Nick Garrett The alarm went off at 6:30 that morning. The candidate stirred from heavy sleep of only a few hours with a knot in their stomach. It took only seconds to remember what happened the night before. Was it a dream? Did I really lose? All that work… the community doesn’t know what they’ve done. Am I really mad at the voters? I can’t believe so and so won! I have to call and thank them. But I can’t face them today.

A year earlier, they spent months building up the confidence to go out there and run for public office. Further, they raise anywhere from $20,000 to $80,000 by soliciting contributions from family, friends, and people in the community who become supporters. They publicly challenge the ideas of those serving or running against them by trying to show that their experience and personality is the right choice.

Their time is no longer their own and their words are either devoured or pushed aside like Brussels sprouts. On top of a full-time job and taking care of loved ones, there are daily events, meetings, and appearances. Today’s friends become tomorrow’s enemies right before their eyes and vice versa. Going into politics takes guts.

They make it through the primary. Emotions bubble up that only the other candidates who get through round one could understand. Everything is ramped up a level.

Then the big day comes. When the candidate wakes up in the morning, they will either be an elected official or a citizen whose life will revert to normalcy with lingering unanswered questions and mixed emotions.

Such is the case for most who run for public office.

For Wilson Parran, Sue Kullen, Linda Kelley, Barbara Stinnett, and Michael Bojokles, the last election results did little to thank them for years upon years of dedicated service. For those putting themselves out there for the first time, experience was gained along with a valuable toolbox for the future.

What should we as citizens expect from those who ran and lost? What should they be doing to demonstrate that they are who they said they were during their campaigns? Asking these questions could ultimately influence how we consider them in the future. Further, how did they treat losing after such an arduous journey? It says so much about the character and courage of someone who could come back and reach out in continued attempts to serve and

make a difference. What’s commendable is when candidates who lost show us what true leaders are made of.

Several first-time candidates who lost in the 2010 elections continue making an impact.

Commissioner candidates Kelly McConkey and Kim Mackall, for example, are keeping their names out there and working hard to be a lasting presence.

Kelly McConkey, who owns Kelly’s Tree Service in Dunkirk has become active in the Democratic Central Committee and has donated time and money to initiatives with important organizations like the United Way. Kim Mackall, on top of a full-time job, is currently the Vice President of Calvert County’s Democratic Club, Vice Chair of the Calvert County Housing Authority, and on the boards of the Southern Maryland College Access Network, Southern Maryland Action Coalition, and Concerned Black Women of Calvert County. Mackall, in her thirties, says she’s here to stay.

“I do stay current with what’s happening with the BOCC. I’m particularly interested in the upcoming controlled growth public meeting, the 3rd Reactor, education funding, transportation and jobs. I’m definitely still engaged and active in the community. Although I did not win, there is still work to be done and problems to solve.”

Christy Burch of North Beach, another commissioner candidate, turned her gaze to grad school at Johns Hopkins University. She continues going to local events in North Beach and encouraging citizens to make their voices heard on redistricting. Her political future is uncertain but she is open-minded.

What’s next?

As potential candidates consider their options for the next election, they will have to factor in a new board of commissioners that is gaining popularity for governing the county in the green during one of the toughest recessions in history. The new commissioners as well as the Sheriff’s Department are proving themselves as poised and willing to spend public dollars wisely and take their time to focus on important details and listen to the public.

In Annapolis, Delegate Mark Fisher will embark on his second legislative session and maintains his interest in cutting government waste. It will be interesting to see what bills he puts in to become state law.

Meantime, the memory of the 2010 election drifts further into memory. We not only ended up with new elected officials, but with a variety of courageous new leaders. Calvert County will be in good hands for a time to come.

About the Author: Nick Garrett is the owner of The Garrett Music Academy in Owings, a published author, and has served and continues to serve on various boards and commissions in Calvert County. He is also a State Senate legislative aide for District 29.

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By Susan Shaw President, Calvert County Board of Commissioners I wrote a while back about the Calvert County Re-Districting Committee (CCRC) appointed to take the issue of internal Commissioner districts to the public for comment about what kind of improved system for electing Commissioners you would like to see. The CCRC has gone to town! They have informational brochures, a letter, and an information sheet. They have come up with options from which to choose.

Go to www.co.cal.md.us/redistricting or scan the QR code to learn more and to take the on-line survey.

What is at stake? Why should you care?

“One of the greatest powers that the people have is the right to elect their own representatives to government. Your participation in the redistricting process gives you a voice in structuring Election Districts and will help make the difference between empowering and maximizing the voice of the community or minimizing and muting it.”

(CCRC). Also at stake is the standard of Learn More The committee will hold one person, one vote.

The way the current system for public meetings on Calvert County redistricting August 30 and electing Commissioners is structured, September 13, both at 7:00 p.m. at any voter can have from one to five the Calvert Pines Senior Center in votes. By voting for only one ComPrince Frederick. Also, look for information tables at various missioner candidate, the voter is actucommunity events and at ally giving that candidate the equivaall Calvert Libraries. lent of five votes. This voting technique is called single shotting. The most effective way to vote is to vote for three candidates, one from each election district, because under the current system, one Commissioner must reside in each of the three election districts. But the election districts are not listed on the ballot, so a voter who is not fully informed about which candidates live in which districts, and they could vote for five Commissioner candidates from a single district, canceling out two of their own votes, and dilute the other three. These are the kinds of reasons I call the current system “broken.”

The Washington Post lists the percentages of votes various candidates across the Washington area have received once the ballots are all counted. A Sheriff candidate may win with 60% of the vote. A Calvert Commissioner candidate may win with 15% of the vote. The Sheriff, and most races, have only two candidates following the Primary election. But the Commissioner ballots have ten candidates from which to choose.

So, a winning candidate did not receive votes from 15% of the voters, but received 15% of either the votes cast or the possible number of votes which could be cast (and I am never sure which!). Confused yet? So is everyone else!

I have tried to measure how successful I was by totaling the votes for Governor, then totaling the number of votes cast for all Commissioner candidates in all the precincts and dividing by ten. That didn’t work, either. Clearly, the current system is way too complicated.

Then there’s the pesky issue of the top five vote-getters not necessarily getting elected.

Have I convinced you yet?

PLEASE go to www.co.cal. md.us/redistricting or scan the handy QR code to get there, and PLEASE make the system less complicated and closer to one person, one vote. It is the civic (and right) thing to do!

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By Lyn Striegel

This column is about why women should care about financial planning. Have I forgotten the men? No, but, women face particular challenges that make it more important than ever to get the facts.

Learning about money—how to manage it, talk about it with loved ones and use it –is as important today as voting was to our grandmothers. The sad fact is that most women will live their lives alone in their later years — later marriages, more divorces, longer lifespans and widowhood are the key reasons. Sooner or later, most are forced to come to grips with their finances.

The Securities Industry Association says nine out of ten women will be solely responsible for managing their own finances at some point in their lives. Sadly, by the time they must do so, it may be too late to make a difference. Lack of financial knowledge makes older women easy targets for the unscrupulous.

Consider Gwen, age 67 and recently widowed. Gwen married at 20, raised three children, worked but never accumulated a pension and left financial matters to her husband, including paying the bills, doing the taxes, buying insurance and planning for retirement. When her husband died, Gwen sought the assistance of her local broker, whom she had never met.

The broker recommended that Gwen make some equity investments and Gwen did so. With insurance proceeds, Gwen looked like she was in a good financial position. Her house was paid off, her expenses were relatively small and she had about $400,000 in insurance proceeds.

Within two years, as a result of the investments suggested by the broker and agreed to by Gwen, her nest egg had dwindled to less than half of the original amount, without enough income necessary to cover her expenses with the small amount she receives in social security. Gwen will have to use her principal to live, decrease her living expenses, sell her home or go back to work.

Could this have been avoided?

Yes. Gwen needed to learn some investment basics, so she could better evaluate the broker recommendations and determine for herself what course to take. Gwen regrets leaving all financial decisions to her husband, not only because she neglected to protect herself, but because she placed all the burden on her husband. Had she shared it, she could have assisted him and learned as well. Gwen unfortunately became a burden to her children who had to help her.

The good news is that Gwen has since remedied this situation.

Gwen had the advantage of a long-term marriage. But, consider that more than 50% of all marriages end in divorce. Leaving money matters to your husband means you could

leave yourself unprotected at an emotional time, which is probably not a good idea.

Beth learned about money the hard way. Like Gwen, Beth left all financial matters to her husband. She learned about her separation and impending divorce when her checks began to bounce because the bank accounts had been depleted. While she did recover some monies in the ensuing divorce, by that time, her credit was ruined.

Fortunately, not all husbands are like Beth’s ex.

I can understand that you might not want to think about the death of a husband or a divorce. In happy times, such possibilities seem unreal and remote.

So let’s look at self-protection from another perspective.

Data show that men are more likely to become disabled than women. This means that many married women will not only care for a disabled partner; they must also become the family’s primary breadwinner at an emotionally devastating time. Without an education in finance, this can be overwhelming.

Take Carolyn, whose husband suffered brain damage in a car accident when she was 47. Carolyn was luckier than most when the insurance company paid the majority of the medical bills. But, Carolyn’s financial problem was with the business her husband owned and managed. In an instant, she was forced to step into the role of business owner and manager. Her lack

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of knowledge of financial matters, coupled with the personal crisis she faced caring for her husband, eventually triggered the bankruptcy of the business and her own personal bankruptcy. The devastating truth is that Carolyn’s situation is not unique.

If you still aren’t convinced, let me get to the bottom line. In the government’s statistical category of “elderly poor,” 75% are women. This may be true because women outlive men, but it is just as likely that women have not protected themselves financially.

OK! That’s the bad news. Let’s move forward into the good news.

These examples do not have to be your reality. You can figure out your finances, decide what you want to have, learn how to invest, manage your money and check your progress.

What does it take? Commitment to change, understanding where you are and where you want to be, making a plan and monitoring it. It’s something every woman needs to seriously consider.

In our next column, we will discuss how to start lifetime financial planning.

About the Author: Lyn Striegel is an attorney in private practice in North Beach and Annapolis. Lyn has had over 30 years experience in the fields of estate and financial planning and is the author of “Live Secure: Estate and Financial Planning for Women and the Men Who Love Them (2011 ed.).”

Nothing in this article constitutes specific legal or financial advice and readers are advised to consult their own counsel.

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By Diane Burr

Let’s face it: getting away on vacation is not always easy. Security hassles, long lines and delays at airports, not to mention high airfares because of fuel costs.

However, we’re lucky in our area because there are some options that make going on vacation easy and enjoyable.

One option is to take a cruise out of Baltimore. A dozen Chesapeake Beach residents went on a Caribbean cruise around the holidays last year, and they are still raving about it. They’ve already booked to go again. Carnival and Royal Caribbean cruise lines both sail out of Baltimore. Check BaltimoreCruises.com or some of the other online cruise web sites for itineraries and prices. You can drive directly to the terminal and park there. The

Cruising: Hassle-Free Travel ships sail south through the Chesapeake Bay, passing Annapolis and all of our little bayside communities along the way, which is also a treat.

Another option is to hop on a train to New York and take a cruise ship out of Manhattan, which is what we decided to do a couple of weeks ago. It was beautiful to sail past the Statue of Liberty at sunset, and we saw the new World Trade Center Memorial building, under construction.

The itinerary we chose was a seven-day cruise to Bermuda on Holland America Line.

We’ve sailed HAL several times before and have been very satisfied with the service, gourmet food, and ship amenities. What we like best is the fact that you unpack once in your private cabin, and can everything else is taken care of for you. Since lodging and restaurant tabs in Bermuda are quite expensive, going on a cruise ship is a great value.

Bermuda boasts some of the most gorgeous pink sand beaches in the world.

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Some of the most beautiful mansions imaginable are in Bermuda, No homes are available for less than $1 million (same exchange with USD).

Jobson’s Cove is one of the most beautiful – and hidden – swimming spots in Bermuda.

About Bermuda

Bermuda is a volcanic island in the Atlantic Ocean, not in the Caribbean. This British territory is about 640 miles off Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, and the climate is more sub-tropical. In the winters, temperatures can dip into the 50’s, and in the summer it’s hot and muggy.

It lies at the northern

point of the infamous “Bermuda Triangle.”

Over the years, many ships and aircraft have disappeared, attributed to suspension of the laws of physics, or perhaps even paranormal experiences or aliens! Most research has debunked those legends, although they date back to even Christopher Columbus, who reported “strange lights dancing on the horizon” and bizarre compass bearings.

The island is named after Spanish navigator Juan de Bermúdez who discovered it in 1505 and claimed it was only inhabited by pigs.

Modern Bermudan history dates back to a calamity in 1609 when a British ship named the “Sea Venture” was grounded while carrying colonists to Jamestown, VA. It took them a year to build new ships, and by that time, many decided to stay in Bermuda. In 1610, two of those new ships, Patience and Deliverance, set sail for Virginia and are credited with saving Jamestown.

They found that of the 500 colonists from the year before, only 60 were still alive. A replica of the Deliverance is in St. George, giving visitors an appreciation for the harsh and cramped conditions the early settlers endured.

Most cruise ships have to dock at the Royal Naval Dockyard at the end of the island because of the rocky coast and barrier reefs. However, Holland America Line’s smaller ship, the Veendam (shown) can get into Hamilton harbor and dock downtown.

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The town of St. George, founded in 1612, was designated a UNSESCO World Heritage Site in 2000.

Bermuda has been a strategic military outpost for the British throughout the years. An interesting link to our area: the British used Bermuda as their staging ground in the Chesapeake Campaign in the War of 1812 up the Patuxent River, which led to the attack on Washington and the burning of the White House.

The island boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with famous pink sand, which is caused by dead bodies.

Minute creatures called red foram, which cling to the undersides of rocks, die then get caught in the ocean blender. The waves break their skeletons into red specks that mix in the sand and give it a pink cast. There’s a lovely lighthouse on the island that can be seen for more than 40 miles at sea. And there’s the Somerset Bridge, the smallest drawbridge in the world, only wide enough for the mast of a sailboat to pass through!

Bermuda is surrounded by coral reefs, where fish abound. Those reefs also have caused more than 400 shipwrecks off its, making it a favorite for scuba divers.

It’s those reefs that also keep many cruise ships away today. The jumbo liners must dock at the Royal Naval Dockyard, a fortress that has been transformed into a charming shopping, arts and crafts complex.

We saw massive Celebrity and Norwegian cruise ships docked there during our ferry ride to the Dockyard.

Our smaller ship, the Veendam, is one of the few able to get into the narrow channel at Hamilton, so we were lucky to disembark downtown.

Bermuda is only about 20 square miles.

It’s heavily populated, with about 65,000 residents – plus thousands of tourists ¬– at any given time. The capital city, Hamilton is near the island’s center.

Their main “industry” is not tourism, but offshore banking and its residents are among the richest in the world. Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones live there (Michael’s mother is Bermudan). Remember

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Potential New World Record Striper Caught

By Bob Munro The Striped Bass, Linesider, Squid Hound, Rockfish, Morone saxatilis (Latin for “dwelling among rocks”), no matter what the name, it’s the Maryland State Fish and is probably the most sought after fish by more recreational and commercial fishermen from Maine to Northern Florida than any other fish except the Atlantic Menhaden, but that’s another story.

You’ve read here that our Chesapeake Bay is responsible for nearly 80% of the entire population of Stripers in the Atlantic States. Every year we get a chance at the big fish when they leave the Bay in the Spring during the trophy season and again during the Fall when some of the breeders come back up the Bay until cold weather or lack of food pushes them back to the ocean. It is considered to be a trophy among trophies.

On the night of September 21,1982, Al McReynolds was Striper fishing from one of the rock jetties literally in the shadow of an Atlantic City casino when he caught the “current” world record Striper of 78.5 pounds! That record stood for nearly thirty years.

Greg Myerson of North Branford, CT has fished the waters of Long Island Sound adjacent to the Connecticut shore for many years. No stranger to big fish, last year he landed three monster Stripers all over 60 pounds according to local tournament records! One of those fish tipped the scales at 68.75 pounds, which is larger than the current Maryland Chesapeake Bay record, a 67.5 pounder caught in May 1995. Already this year he’s caught Stripers of 61 and 57 pounds.

On the evening of August 4, 2011 Greg eased his skiff into the waters of Long Island Sound for a night of Striper fishing. To make a long story short, Greg caught what may be certified as the all-tackle world record Striper at 81.88 pounds! It will be another month or so before International Game Fish Association officials finish their review of the paperwork.

There is little doubt that Greg’s leviathan Striper catch will stand as the new record.

In our own “backyard” there are schools of breaking Rockfish and Bluefish popping up on both sides of the Bay, especially from Poplar Island south to James Island and beyond. If you’re into light tackle, cast popper rigs and Stingsilvers into the breakers for lots of fun and some keepers as well. You’ll often find that the larger fish are underneath the frenzy at the surface. A few Red Drum have been caught by trollers dragging Number 2 Drone Spoons under and

around the breaking schools. Remember that there’s a slot limit for Red Drum in Maryland Bay waters of 18-27 inches (shorter or longer must be released).

Live lining for Rockfish is still very good, provided you can find a bunch of Spot for your livewell.

Holland Point east and south of the three legged marker is good for Spot and White Perch one day, and very poor the next. The Choptank River mouth continues to be the most consistent location for Spot, particularly north of the river channel across from the Number 10 buoy. And the False Channel area near the Number 4 buoy is a good area to look for a patch of Rockfish for live lining.

There are some Bluefish being caught around the Stone Rock by anglers trolling hoses and Number 1 or 1/2 Drone Spoons, but not anywhere as many as we’ve seen in the past few years. Spanish Mackerel have been unusually scarce, with only a few being reported here and there north of the Gas Dock. Even farther down the Bay the catch of Spanish Mackerel is noticeably down, perhaps due to the lower salinity levels we’ve seen all season.

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By Brian McDaniel

“After all, it’s all about branding…”

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New Way To Promote Your Business weather and time with the main objective of continuously displaying branding messages for local merchants, businesses and services to attract new clients.

This gives local business owners unprecedented access to the people they want to appeal to, the “local consumer.”

Bruce has lived in Chesapeake Beach since 1992 and since then, he has shopped and bought locally. When the opportunity came along to promote different businesses, he began to think locally and how he could he make a difference.

One of the great things is that Bruce only wants to advertise area businesses and services. There are plenty of opportunities to expand, but Bruce explains that you can’t go wrong with local business. Local companies like Dr. David Billings DDS, Crow Entertainment, Roxy Salon and Educate & Celebrate are experiencing a new form of exposure and widespread “Brand Awareness” in their local market.

These 32”- 40” monitors, prominently placed in local

To effectively market your company, products, or services, you typically have to jump through hoops and maintain your strategy on a full-time basis. We’ve got Facebook, Twitter, our own websites and who knows what else. Whatever it is, it’s usually a lot of hands-on work and often takes business owners away from doing what they love most: running their business.

But what if your business could be in front of people and didn’t require much effort?

One marketing company now operating locally promotes branding rather than the plethora of information found on our websites and social sites. “Get the brand in their mind,” says Bruce Powers of InLineAdz, Inc. a Westport, CT based company.

Powers has teamed up with local business owner Sandy Pelletier Richnafsky of Roland’s of Chesapeake Beach to create a ‘local economic stimulation program’ designed to give local businesses a boost. Bruce is the representative that takes your idea to the screen.

InLineAdz, the national leader of local market digital sign branding, places large flat screen TV moniPowers, right, with the owners of Roland’s of Chesapeake Beach, who tors into high-traffic local businesses, showing news, Bruce placed their InLineAdz monitor in the deli department.

Bruce Powers, left (tan shirt) with the crew at Sneade’s Ace Home Center in Owings under their InLineAdz monitor.

businesses, are leveling the playing field for customer acquisition. This makes local exposure to local consumers more cost effective for less than the cost of a cup of coffee, or about $1.98 per day. You may notice these screens at Sneade’s Ace Hardware in Owings and also at Roland’s Supermarket in Chesapeake Beach.

He is currently working on adding additional screens in other local establishments as well. Contact Bruce Powers through his web site at www.inlineadz.com.

About the Author: Brian “Crow” McDaniel is the owner of Crow Entertainment, LLC. He serves as one of three Ethics Commissioners for the Town of North Beach and is part of the communications team for the Bay Business Group (BBG).

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Build your business through networking at these local business events: Monthly Meeting: The Bay Business Group meets Wednesday, September 21 at 8:30 a.m. at Herrington Harbour South (Herrington on the Bay) in Rose Haven. For more information, email sb.cosby@comcast.net or visit the BBG web site at www.baybusinessgroup.org.

BBG Networking Events are scheduled for Monday, September 12 and Monday, November 14 at Fridays Creek Winery, 3485 Chaneyville Rd. in Owings. Register with John Stutzman by calling (240) 344-5080. Each of Networking Mondays will be from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The Calvert County Job Fair will be held Wednesday, August 31 from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 p.m. at the Calvert County Fairgrounds, 140 Calvert Fair Drive.

Young Professionals Network Night of Baseball is scheduled for Wednesday, August 31 at 7:05 pm at the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs game at the Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf. The YPN will be hosting the event in the Community Bank of Tri-County suite.

Light ballgame refreshments will also be provided. Send in your RSVP now to Lacey Cochran cochranl@cbtc.com.

Business After Hours (BAH) will be held September 8 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Calvert County Department of Social Services, 200 Duke St. in Prince Frederick. Join fellow Chamber members at their “outside cafe” for delicious hors d’oeuvres from the Rod ‘N’ Reel Restaurant. The department will be presenting several Community Partner Awards and will give an informative presentation on state funding for employment programs to local employers.

A Bridal Affaire - Wedding Expo hosted by the Southern Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce is set for Sunday, September 25 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the West River United Methodist Center, 5100 Chalk Point Road, West River, MD 20778. It’s an exclusive bridal show in a beautiful waterfront setting overlooking the West River in South County, showcasing local businesses providing products and services for the discerning ‘Brides-To-Be’ and their guests. To register, become a sponsor or vendor, visit the SAACC web site at http://socochamber.com or call (410) 867-3129 for more info.

Membership Challenge! Help grow the Southern Anne Arundel County Chamber’s membership to 500 members and receive your 2012 Membership Investment for FREE! This Chamber’s success depends on the dedication of our members and thrives on your continuing support, ideas and suggestions. In order to receive your FREE 2012 Membership, bring in (5) new members on or before September 30.

Business After Hours (BAH): Want to host a BAH Mixer? Sign up to host SAACC events by calling Carla at (410) 867-3129.

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A new restaurant is coming to North Beach, Olde Bay Tavern & Trading Company at 4114 7th Street will be located where Bilvil used to be.

“I call what we’ll be doing ‘Maryland Casual.’ You can expect delicious comfort foods here,” says owner Doug McClair of Huntingtown.

He and his wife, Colleen, hope to open in time for the Labor Day weekend. “We’re working on inspections and permits, but if those don’t come together in time, we’ll go for the following weekend. But we’ll be open as soon as we can.”

He’s had his eye on the place for a while, finding it one evening when he came to the North Beach Friday Night Farmers’ Market.

“When we were first married, a long time ago, we lived in a little place in North Beach. We’ve been living in Huntingtown for 25 years, but still have family here. So I feel Doug McClair prepares the kitchen at home,” McClair at his new restaurant, opening soon. adds.

“I feel connected to all things nautical in a spiritual way, so the location is perfect. We looked in the window and I saw it was laid out like one of my favorite places in Frederick – Peter Pan Inn – with little, intimate rooms and settings,” McClair says. “So many things came together that I know this is meant to be.”

“I’ve been a foodie all my life. I was a dessert chef in my teens and early 20’s. Then I went into IT, and retired after 30 years not too long ago.

I’ve had a lot of success with small businesses. I’m good in the kitchen and I like to meet and greet people, so I’m looking forward to it,” he says.

What can we expect at Olde Bay Tavern & Trading Company?

“We’ll change the menu regularly so the locals won’t get bored, and I really like the ‘farm to table’ concept. We don’t have hardly any freezer space, so you can count on everything being fresh, which is best, anyway,” he says.

What’s on the menu?

“I’m working on killer a crab cake, a couple of different crab soups, and red and white chili recipes. We’ll have healthy and vegetarian dishes and some gluten-free, along with a couple of chicken

Richard’s Bayside Florist Says Goodbye Olde Bay Tavern & Trading Company will be located in the former Bilvil restaurant on 7th Street in North Beach.

dishes, haddock, tilapia, and scampi, a couple of nice cuts of steak, and soups in bread bowls, like chicken and dumplings. I make one of the best Ruebens around… crab quesadillas, a great fish taco, and wings with an incredible mambo sauce. I want to make the wings in ‘snack packs’ that people can order ahead and carry out for game days,” McClair says. “And our fries are like Boardwalk Fries – thick cut, and crunchy. You’ll love them!”

“As for the trading company side, McClair says they will offer canned goods to take home.

“I make the most amazing blackberry and strawberry jams, and I’ve perfected peach preserves that are tremendous. I also make my own bread and butter pickles. They’re a little sweet with a little heat and I fry them, too. You can bet I’ll be out at the Farmers’ Market with those,” he laughs.

McClair says his goal is to make coming to Olde Bay a pleasant culinary experience. “After being in IT for 30 years, I know the importance of customer service. In here, no one will be waiting for ten minutes for a drink or a half hour for their food. We’ll be fast, efficient, and of course, it will be delicious.”

McClair says Olde Bay Tavern and Trading Company will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays. On Saturdays and Sundays, they’ll open early for breakfast at 7:00 a.m. and be open Saturday nights until 11:00 p.m. and Sundays until 10:00 p.m. They will be closed on Mondays.

“I’m very picky about sausage, so you can expect to get really, really great sausages for breakfast,” McClair adds.

“Also, we’ve just been approved to knock out a wall, so we will be adding a small bar, which will take out a couple of chairs, but I think it’s worth it,” McClair adds. The restaurant can seat 40 diners.

Watch their web site at www.oldebaytavern. com and the Chesapeake Current for more info on their grand opening.

Richard Penfield has had a flower shop at the corner of 5th and Chesapeake Avenue in North Beach for 18 years. He tells the Chesapeake Current, “October 14 is my last day.”

“People have been coming to me for funerals and weddings and special occasions all those years. I feel so bad letting people down - 18 years was a good, long run. It’s hard to say goodbye to all my friends and customers, but it’s time. It really is time to let go,” he says.

Penfield has sold the building that houses Richard’s Bayside Florist to the owners of Beauty By the Bay. Phong Le of Owings, better known as “Kim,” will move her salon to the new location, around the corner from where she’s presently located in the ground floor of Bay Walk on Bay Avenue.

“I don’t like leaving this town,” says Penfield. “But this recession has killed so many small businesses. I know of three mom and pop florists that went out of business recently. And I ended up selling this place for much less than I expected, so my retirement will not be what I hoped, either.”

Still, he’s focused on the future, looking forward to the next phase of his life.

“My wife, Carol, will be a painter and I will be a fisher. We will continue to live at Breezy Point, and probably rent an RV and visit some National Parks.

That’s something we’ve always wanted to do. We’ll also get to see our grandson and granddaughter in Connecticut rather than just on Facebook. I’d also like to spend some time as an archaeologist down at Jefferson Patterson Park, digging around. I think all these things will be fun.”

Meantime, he’s going through a bittersweet transition, having what he calls “a sentimental yard sale” to liquidate his stock.

What he can’t sell at a discount to other local retailers, he says he will give to the Habitat ReStore or put on EBay. “For example, I have 120 collectible lighthouses that were collector’s items ten years ago when the manufacturer went out of business, so I think someone probably will buy them online.”

Several local retailers have already purchased his display cases along with many of his knickknacks. “Leo at Chesapeake Pharmacy (in Chesapeake Beach) came in and bought my refrigeration case, so they will be adding flowers at the drug store, which will be nice. Bev from the drug store is buying a lot of my card and gift inventory to take to their store, too.”

“So I’m leaving little pieces of me all Richard Penfield, long-time owner of around,” he says, with a smile.

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The Anne Arundel County Department of Health, along with Wildlife Services of the US Department of Agriculture, is planning to begin its annual Raccoon Oral Rabies Vaccine Project on September 7. It’s expected to be complete by the end of September, weather permitting.

The goal is to immunize thousands of wild raccoons in our area by placing baits containing rabies vaccine throughout Anne Arundel County. This year, approximately 70,000 baits will be spread throughout the County. Immunizing the raccoon population helps to reduce the number of rabid animals and human and pet exposures to rabies.

In 2010, Anne Arundel County reported 14 cases of terrestrial (ground dwelling) animal rabies. This is considerably fewer than the 71 reported in 1998 and 96 in 1997. This decrease is partly due to the success of the Raccoon Oral Rabies Vaccination Project on the Annapolis Peninsula, which began in October 1998. The project added the Broadneck Peninsula in 2001, and it expanded to cover the entire County in 2003.

Public Health Concerns

Rabies is a significant public health threat since rabid animals can come in contact with people and their pets. Rabies is a fatal viral infection. While pets can be vaccinated against rabies, people exposed to rabies must undergo a costly series of shots to protect themselves from the disease.

In 1997, the U.S. Department of Agriculture licensed a safe vaccine for use with raccoons. This vaccine has been used successfully in Anne Arundel County and in more than ten other states to control raccoon rabies.

Anything like this planned for the raccoon population in Calvert County?

Susan Shaw, President of the County Commissioners says, “This is the first I have EVER heard of this. I will check with Dr. (David) Rogers, our local health officer. I would like to find a way to vaccinate feral cats.”

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There are two bait versions that are distributed. One, made of fishmeal and polymers, looks like a small brown brick. It’s approximately 0.75 inch thick by 1.25 inches square and con- The Anne Arundel County Department of Health distributes two of raccoon vaccination bait. One looks like a ketchup packtains a small plastic bag of the styles et, and the other looks like a small brick. liquid rabies vaccine, Raboral V-RG. The raccoon must bite ages a child from eating the bait. However, into the bag to be vaccinated. in the unlikely event your child bites into The second is similar to a condiment the plastic packet containing the vaccine or packet (much like fast-food ketchup packets), otherwise has direct contact with the vaccine which has been coated with a waxy fishmeal liquid, you should contact your child’s physiattractant for raccoons. Inside the packet is cian and notify the Department of Health at the liquid rabies vaccine. The raccoon must (410) 222-7168 for any follow-up action. bite into the packet to be vaccinated.

Baits will be placed by hand in likely What if my dog, cat or ferret eats the bait? raccoon habitats in various neighborhoods The bait and vaccine are not harmful to throughout Anne Arundel County. The bait animals, including dogs, cats, ferrets, liveteams will wear orange or green Department stock and wildlife. The bait may cause diarof Health T-shirts and will travel in marked rhea or vomiting in dogs, cats or ferrets due County vehicles. In addition, the Anne Arun- to the high fat content of the bait. del County Police helicopter will be distributing baits in less populated areas and may be What if my pet brings the bait into the house? flying at low altitudes during the distribution.

Placement of baits will begin on September 7 and will be completed by the end of The Vaccine September. During this time and for at least Raboral V-RG, a genetically engineered two additional weeks, it is recommended that vaccine, contains a live vaccinia virus into pets be kept indoors or on leashes outside. which a small portion of the rabies virus has This will allow enough time for raccoons to been inserted. It cannot cause rabies. It has eat the bait. If your pet does find the bait, disbeen proven effective in immunizing rac- card the bait in the trash. Wear rubber gloves coons and coyotes, and it has been shown or put a plastic bag over your hands when disto cause no harmful effects in more than 50 carding. Wash your hands after handling the different species of birds and mammals, in- bait and report any contact with the vaccine cluding dogs and cats. liquid to the Department of Health at (410) From a human safety standpoint, Rab- 222-7168. oral-VRG is felt to represent a low risk. Millions of doses have been distributed in the Can this vaccine be used to vaccinate my dog US, Canada and Europe with only two re- or cat against rabies? ported cases of human infection due to vacNo, the vaccine is approved only for use cine contact. Both individuals made a full in raccoons. You should have your dog, cat recovery. Although complications are rare, or ferret vaccinated by your veterinarian or it is recommended that people younger than at a public anti-rabies clinic offered by Anne 18 or pregnant or who have an immunode- Arundel County Animal Control. The law ficiency or a chronic skin condition avoid requires pets to be vaccinated against rabies. handling the bait. It is also recommended that care be taken in removing bait from a Can I request that baits be placed on my pet’s mouth. property?

Yes. If raccoons are present in your area, Raccoon Vaccination Q & A you can request that bait be placed on your property by calling (410) 222-7168 ASAP. What if I find a bait near my home?

Leave it alone. If you don’t want the bait Why is the project being carried out in the near your house, use gloves or put a plastic late summer and early fall? bag over your hands to pick it up and toss This is a time when the baby raccoons it into the woods. Then, wash your hands. are old enough to gather their own food; thus, Bare hand contact with the bait alone is not there is the possibility of reaching the largest a concern; however it does have a strong fish number of raccoons with the bait. Although odor, so hand washing is still recommended. raccoons do not hibernate, they are less active during cold weather.

What if my child picks up the bait?

If the packet containing the vaccine is After this project is carried out, do I still have not ruptured, wash your child’s hands with to worry about rabies? plenty of soap and water to help get rid of Yes. The Department of Health canthe fishy odor. not ensure that all raccoons are vaccinated.

Raccoons or other animals with rabies could What if my child tears the vaccine packet or enter the area after the baiting; however, the eats the bait? incidence of rabies should be greatly reduced.

It is not possible to get rabies from the For more information, call the Bureau of vaccine. The offensive odor usually discour- Environmental Health, (410) 222-7168.

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Vacation Close to Home After years of very limited accommodations here on the western shore, visitors now have many choices, all very different, including The Inn at Herrington Harbour in Rose Haven.

They’ve just completed two, beautiful new waterfront Beach House Suites featuring fantastic Bay and beach views from private porches. Inside, each has two bedrooms, a full kitchen, a fireplace and walls of windows so guests can savor

The new ‘Beach House’ at the Inn at Herrington Harbour features two luxury suites.

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the views year-round.

Each features two luxury baths with each suite offering rejuvenating aromatherapy steam showers and relaxing Jacuzzi tubs to soothe visiting guests.

Blending in with the historic touches and period antiques are all the conveniences of home, and great new technology. Each suite includes flat-screen TV’s so you can watch Blu-Ray movies, and a state of the art surround system for customizing music from your i-Pod. The Inn at Herrington Harbour was built in the 1950’s to compliment the Rose Haven Yacht Club/Marina and the Town of Rose Haven. In recent years, in keeping with their re-use and re-build philosophy, the Inn’s appearance has been transformed to the Arts and Crafts Style of the 1920’s, complete with tranquil gardens and peaceful fountains. There are thirty guestrooms and seven suites on the property.

The Inn at Herrington Harbour is one of Maryland’s First Green Lodging Travel Partners, while the Marina has achieved many environmental milestones, such as being awarded “Clean Marina” status, planting marshes to promote terrapin habitat and creating a habitat to encourage wildlife.

Its Herrington on the Bay Catering offers lush bridal lawns and historic reception sites, and is certified by The Green Restaurant Association.

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model Twiggy from the ‘60’s? She has her own private island. New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Ross Perot have mansions there as well.

But Bermuda turned down Oprah. Ms. Winfrey tried to buy a $25 million house there about five years ago, after laws changed prohibiting non-citizens from buying property, and she was actually told no! Foreigners today can only buy homes now owned by non-citizens that meet certain criteria, along with condos or timeshares. Bermuda homes begin at over $1 million for two bedrooms and one bath, with prices into the upper brackets if you’re interested in waterfront or a private island.

Since everything is imported, gasoline prices in Bermuda are in the $8 to $9 per gallon range. Residents are permitted to own only one car per family. That’s why most people also have a moped or scooter.

It’s common to see businessmen in their dressy and dignified Bermuda shorts, knee socks and loafers riding these little cycles, and senior citizens zipping around on them, too.

Bermuda has an excellent bus and ferry system, so getting around is easy.

Beyond the beaches, Bermuda has more golf courses per square mile than any other country in the world.

There are no rivers and streams, so water is precious. The homes are built on top of huge cisterns, and their well-designed roof systems are used to collect rainwater. All roofs are white because of their coating of limestone, which acts as a natural purification system. They usually receive just 52 inches of rain per year, and while we were there, we heard repeatedly that they were ten inches below normal.

Bermuda is so clean. There are no high-rises, no neon signs, no slums, no unemployment and no crime to speak of. Although we did see a couple of obviously homeless guys, there was no panhandling.

And there’s no income tax. Bermudan young people are “given” the opportunity for a four-year college degree. All that’s asked in return is that they work for the government for one year after they graduate.

It’s a beautiful place that clearly has its act together. We can’t wait to go back!

About the Authors: Diane Burr is the founder of the Chesapeake Current. Jonathan Pugh often writes Music notes columns for the Current.

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Gombey dancers are an iconic symbol of the Bermuda, mixing elements of British, West African and indigenous New World cultures. They perform every Wednesday night at a street festival on the main street in Hamilton, delighting tourists and locals alike.

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Bermuda: Culture and Politics

By Jonathan Pugh

Bermuda's culture is a mixture of the various sources of its population. Though the Anglo-Saxon culture is now dominant, in the 17th century the island’s culture was more visibly a mixture of African slaves, SpanishCaribbean, Irish, and Scots cultures. The only language other than English that is spoken today by any substantial part of the population is Portuguese, following 160 years of immigration from Portuguese Atlantic islands.

A second wave of immigration from the West Indies occurred throughout the 20th century. These more recent arrivals mostly came from English speaking countries unlike earlier migrations. This newer infusion of West Indians has both accelerated social and political change, and further diversified Bermuda's culture.

Dance and music are everywhere in Bermuda. The Gombey dance is an iconic symbol of Bermudan culture. Heavily influenced by African cultural traditions, it also mixes elements of British and indigenous New World cultures. Dancers perform in wild masquerade costumes with brilliant colors and odd angles, meant to evoke the plumage of tropical birds. The dances are sometimes based on Bible verses. One of the highlights of our visit to Bermuda was a special opportunity to see these dancers perform.

Calypso music was imported from Trinidad and Tobago in the 1940s and 50s. Since the 1970s, reggae music has also become part of the music scene under Jamaican influence. Several long-standing Scottish pipe and drum bands maintain the connection with the early Irish and Scots cultures.

Bermuda is the oldest self-governing British Overseas Territory and has a great degree of internal autonomy. Its parliament held its first session in 1620, making it the third-oldest continuous parliament in the World. Its 1968 Constitution provided the island with formal responsibility for internal self-government, while the British Government retained responsibility for external affairs, defense, and security. The party system is dominated by the Progressive Labour Party (PLP) and the United Bermuda Party (UBP).

About the Author: Jonathan Pugh is a management consultant who frequently contributes to the Chesapeake Current.

Dear Chesapeake Current Readers, Operation Second Chance would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the efforts of all who have made our 5th year a monumental success the weekend of July 23-24.

Through the tireless efforts of hundreds of volunteers and the generous donations of all too many sponsors, we have once again shown that indeed, heroes are never forgotten. But heroes do change, they heal, each in their own time and in their own way. Through the efforts of many, the few that were able to make the trip soon realized that we, as a community, support them and appreciate all that they have sacrificed for our freedom.

I would like to acknowledge the businesses and organizations that contributed to this event: American Legion Post 206, Auxiliary, and SAL Abner’s Restaurant Atlas Service Center Bayside Chevrolet Beach Cove Restaurant Boy Scouts Breezy Point Marina Brown & Associates Beach Front Limo Taxi Service Beach Trolley Association Bowen’s Grocery Blondie’s Calvert Advanced Life Support Calvert County Rescue Dive Team Calvert Sheriff’s Department Capt. John Beach C & C Meats Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa Chesapeake Current Chesapeake Garden Club Chesapeake Power and Cable, Inc. Clothing Wheel Colony Services, Inc Cut Sheets, LLC Century Elevator CT Insurance Agency Davis Family Creations Dickinson Jewelers

Dunkirk UPS Store Friedl & Associates Greater Newington Women Green Street Nursery Help Association, Inc. Hershey’s Ice Cream Howlin Concrete Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department Huntingtown ROTC J & J Portables Kea Ice, LLC Knights of Columbus #7870 Knights of Columbus #2470 Lagana Printing Larsen Enterprises Logos Technologies, Inc. MD DARE. Officers Assoc., Inc. Mprint.it Upper Marlboro Fire Department Nam Knights North Beach Volunteer Fire Department North Beach House & Garden Club Neptune’s Order of the Eastern Star Owens Comfort Systems, Inc. Palms Salon & Spa Pepco

To all of our volunteers and private sponsors, as this event continues to grow, it’s your kindness and support that makes this relationship so special. Teamwork and commitment will allow us to work through the challenges that face us in the future. Our goal will always be to help these young men and women regain the life they once had! In doing so, we will enrich our lives as well as the people we meet and the friends we make along the way.

Randle Cliffs Community Church Red Knights RELS Trucking Republican Women of Calvert Rita’s of Dunkirk Robertson & Associates, Inc. Rocky’s Bait Shop R & R Sons Mechanical Services Roland’s Grocery Rod ‘N’ Reel Saint Anthony’s Catholic Church Sal Detachment of Maryland, Inc. Sisk Auto Body, Inc. Sneade’s Ace Home Center Stevenson Construction Co., Inc. S.W. Washington Alumni Assoc., Inc. Swan’s Farm Sweet Sue’s Town of Chesapeake Beach Town of North Beach Three Sisters Top Hat Party Supplies Traders Tyler’s Tackle Shop Windward Key

Thank you, again, for making a difference in the lives of these young service men and women.

If you would like more information about Operation Second Chance, Inc., you can visit their website at www.operationsecondchance.org.

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Our article “Deputy Crashes Cruiser; Suspect Assaults Officer” in the August 11 issue of the Chesapeake Current and online at our breaking news web site, www.ChesapeakeCurrent.com has hit a raw nerve. I’ve heard from so many people in the last couple of weeks who say they, too have been literally been run off the road by sheriff’s deputies who put their lives at risk while responding to calls.

Shortly after our original article about the deputy hitting the median strip in Chesapeake Beach while responding to a shooting call, we received this letter: Diane, I had a similar experience to yours.

On Friday, August 12, my husband and I were returning from Roland’s to Herrington Harbour South and in order to avoid heavy traffic from the farmer’s market in North Beach, we decided to go out Route 260 to Boyd’s Turn Road and go the back way.

I had just turned onto 260 and gone a few blocks when a black unmarked car sped past me in the middle turn lane. I had seen the car sitting on a side street as I drove by a few seconds earlier. There were two officers in the car.

They did not use lights or their siren and nearly jolted the heck out of me. They were going dangerously fast. Up the road, they put their flashers on and pulled over a little blue car, I assume for speeding.

It was way too much drama and danger to get someone for speeding.

I love your newspaper and usually read every article. Thanks for a great community service.

Janet Courtemanche Annandale ,VA

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Where To Get The Book Dear Editor, I really enjoyed your article about Marlin Fitzwater's new novel about the area (August 11 Chesapeake Current issue or online at ChesapeakeCurrent.com). Can the book be purchased locally in any shops, etc.? If not, will order from amazon.com but would prefer to buy local.

Thanks, Rick Holliday Churchton We checked with Mr. Fitzwater about where to get ‘Death in the Polka Dot Shoes’ and here’s what he told us about it being available locally, “Not yet. Probably in September. The local Barnes & Noble store in Annapolis can order the book. Amazon.com is fastest.” He promised to let us know, so watch future issues of the Chesapeake Current.

Meantime, if you go to ChesapeakeCurrent.com and search our site for “polka,” you’ll find a direct link to his book at the end of the stories. Click and you can get a few pages to read, and then also buy the printed book or digital download, if you want.

Enjoy!

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Goldberg Memorial Service Set A memorial service will be held in honor of Sheldon E. Goldberg, MD on Sunday, August 28 at 2:00 p.m. at Huntingtown High School. Those who knew him – including his patients, colleagues and the community – are invited to join his friends and family in celebration of his life and legacy.

Expected to pay tribute to Dr. Goldberg will be his wife, Dr. Ramona Crowley Goldberg, principal of Huntingtown Elementary School; longtime friend Dr. Mark Kushner, Calvert Memorial Hospital President and CEO Jim Xinis, Kasia Sweeney from the Center for Breast Care at CMH, Rabbi Arnold Saltzman, oncologist Dr. Arati Patel, his brother Dr. Paul Goldberg, breast cancer survivor Robin Henshaw and others.

The 60-year-old Prince Frederick resident died tragically last month in a rafting accident on the Boulder River in Montana, where he was fishing with his wife and a guide, who was also his best friend in Montana. Dr. Goldberg, a highly respected surgeon and medical director of the Center for Breast Care at CMH, devoted his professional life to Calvert County for the past 28 years.

In addition to caring for thousands of patients, he was an accomplished musician and used his talents to benefit many local non-profit organizations including the hospital foundation, Calvert Hospice, the College of Southern Maryland and Caring for Calvert’s Kids, among others.

He was the beloved husband of Dr. Ramona Crowley Goldberg; adored father of Olivia, Alexia, Adam, Michael and Rebecca and cherished brother of Paul (Vicki), Joel (Audrey), Lisa (Glenn) and Jonathan (Victoria).

The family has requested that memorial contributions be sent in Dr. Goldberg’s name to the Center for Breast Care at Calvert Memorial Hospital. Your contribution will help to provide education and care to breast cancer patients through the center where Dr. Goldberg was a founder and medical director. Donations can be sent to Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation, PO Box 2127, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. For additional information, please call the Foundation office at (410) 535-8178.

Lorna Adair, 77 Lorna D. Adair, age 77, of Friendship passed away at her residence on August 8, 2011.

Lorna was born November 29, 1933 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to Albert Thomas and Anne (Burns) Kidd. She was raised in Toronto where she attended public schools. Lorna married John Victor Adair on October 1, 1955.

They moved to Greenbelt in 1965, raised their family and later moved to Friendship in 1974.

Lorna was employed at Edward B. Howlin, Inc. in Dunkirk for 41 years. She served in many capacities during her tenure there, including company treasurer, and retired due to her illness this past February.

Lorna was a member of the Prince Frederick Elks Lodge 2620.

In her leisure time, Lorna enjoyed traveling, entertaining, spending time with her family, and she especially enjoyed swimming in her pool.

Lorna was preceded in death by her parents, her husband John V. Adair, and a brother Murray Kidd. She is survived by daughters Valerie Anne Adair and husband Jeffrey Riblet of Portsmouth, VA, and Lori C. Sharps of Chesapeake Beach, and a son Glenn D. Adair and wife Patty of Golden, Co. Lorna is also survived by grandchildren Leslie, Stephanie and Katherine Adair, Brittany Sharps, Donald and Cameron Riblet, great grandsons Glenn, Roark, Everett and Alden Petermann. She is also survived by her brothers William and Robert Kidd and a sister Dolina Puccia, all of Toronto, Canada.

A visitation and celebration of Lorna’s life was held for family and friends at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD on Sunday August 14. Interment was private.

Howard Downs, 82

Howard Leonard Downs, 82, of Friendship, passed away August 20, 2011 at his residence.

Howard was born August 11, 1929 in Sterling, VA to Henry and Delia (Middleton) Downs. He was raised in Sterling and later in S.E. Washington, D.C. He married Dora Young January 8, 1954 and they lived in Seabrook, MD, later moving to Friendship in 1986.

Howard supported his large family working as a commercial sales representative for Washington Gas Light Company, and also working part-time at Sears and as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Reserves. He retired from Washington Gas Light Company in the early 1980’s and from his career in the military with the U.S. Army, Navy, and Coast Guard in 1989 after 39 years of military service. In retirement Howard spent his days with his grandchildren, often baking cookies with them and sharing them with family and friends.

Howard was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Dora Young Downs; daughters Linda Bracey and her husband Ray of Huntingtown; Cheryl Hall and her husband Nelson of Friendship; Robin Jones and her husband Bill of Chesapeake Beach; Denise Pappu Where Life and Heritage are Celebrated and her husband Shyam of Upper Marlboro, Melody Downs of Hyattsville, and Cheryl Lee Downs Meyer of Glen Burnie; and a son Russell Downs, also of Glen Burnie.

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Expressions of sympathy and memorial contributions in Howard’s name may be made to Adult Day Care of Calvert County, Inc., P.O. Box 1659, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678, online at www.calvethospice.org.

Joan Gates, 78 Joan Elizabeth Gates, age 78, of Owings passed away August 6, 2011 at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. Joan was born June 2, 1933 in Annapolis, MD to Allen Charles and Elizabeth (Hirschfeld) Miller. She was raised in St. Margaret’s, graduated from Annapolis High School, and later attended Fleet Business School. She was employed at Thomas Somerville Plumbing Co. in Parole as a secretary. She married Harvey Gates and they made their home in the Annapolis area. She later moved to Deale where she assisted in the family business, Gates Marina. She moved to Owings in 1973 and was a homemaker.

Joan enjoyed spending time with her friends at the North Beach Senior Center. In her leisure she enjoyed watching NASCAR and NHRA, computer “I” chatting, and reminiscing with friends and family.

Joan is survived by her sons Mark Allen Gates and wife Tina of Deale; Harvey E. Gates III and wife Lisa of Huntingtown; Jeffrey S. Gates and wife Patricia of Gaithersburg; and daughter Tracie L. Russell and husband Greg of Huntingtown. She is also survived by grandchildren Jason, Ashley, Kailyn, Jesse, Harvey IV, Tyler, Casey, Matthew, Samuel and Jessa, and great-grandchildren Nathaniel and Victoria. She is also survived by a sister Alfrieda H. Atwell and husband Joe of Annapolis; sister-in-law Betsy Gates of San Diego, CA, friends Ruby and Cliff Quinby of Scipio, OK, Ruby Ackerman of Chesapeake Beach, and Scruffy, Julie and Peanut. Joan was preceded in death by an uncle Oscar K. Hirschfeld.

Friends and family were received on Friday August 12, 2011 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., in Owings where services and a celebration of Joan’s life followed at 2:00 PM. Interment was in Miranda Cemetery in Huntingtown.

Memorial contributions may be made in Joan’s name to the Center for Celiac Research, University of Maryland, c/o Dr. Alessio Fasano, Univ. Of MD School of Medicine Center for Celiac Research, 20 Penn Street Room S303B, Baltimore, MD 21201 or Make a Wish Foundation 4742 N. 24th Street, Suite 400, Phoenix, AZ 85016-4862.

Kathleen Jenkins, 90 Kathleen Lillian Jenkins, age 90, of Dunkirk passed away August 17, 2011 at the Mandrin Chesapeake Hospice House in Harwood.

Kathleen, known as Kat, was born November 6, 1920 to Daniel and Mollie (Drury) Hardesty. She lived with her family in Anne Arundel County, Washington, D.C. and Prince George’s County where she attended public school. She married Elmer Leroy “Wig” Jenkins in 1940 and they lived in Greenock, MD until moving in 1947 to their farm in Dunkirk. Kathleen and her husband Wig raised their family on their farm, and she was employed by several private businesses until beginning a career with the Government of the District of Columbia where she was a payroll clerk in the office of public works, retiring in 1990. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and the focal point of her life was her family and her home. She enjoyed cooking and canning, and was an avid fan of bluegrass and country music.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Elmer Leroy Jenkins, Sr. on June 17, 2002, a son William R. Jenkins, and siblings Eva Cox, Hazel Muse, Betty Booth, and George, William, Lee, Daniel, and Lawrence Hardesty. She is survived by three daughters, Gloria J. McNally, Janet L. Machado and husband Carlos, and Linda K. Jenkins, and by a son Elmer L. “Buddy” Jenkins, Jr., all of Dunkirk. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren, a sister Emma Eicholtz of Riverdale, MD and a brother Eugene Hardesty of Upper Marlboro.

Friends and family were received at Rausch Funeral Home in

Owings where funeral services and a celebration of Kathleen’s life were held. Interment was at Southern Memorial Gardens in Dunkirk, and a reception for family and friends followed in the fellowship hall at Smithville U.M. Church in Dunkirk.

Memorial contributions and expressions of sympathy in Kathleen’s name may be made to Smithville U.M. Church or the Chesapeake Mandrin Hospice House.

Angie Mister, 29 Angela Nicole Mister, 29, of Huntingtown passed away on August 7, 2011 in Baltimore.

She was born on February 23 1982 in Prince Frederick to Gregory and Debbi Kiernan Mister. Angie loved the Ravens, friends and her family. She was an active coordinator in fund raising for various charities.

Angie is survived by her parents, Greg and Debbi Mister of Huntingtown, grandmother, Jane L. Kiernan of St. Leonard, aunt, Kimberly L. Kiernan-Pitcher of Broomes Island, uncles, Raymond J. Kiernan of Oklahoma, John C.C. Mister, Jr. of St. Leonard, and Wayne L. Lumpkin of Huntingtown.

The family received friends on Thursday August 11, 2011 at Rausch Funeral Home, in Port Republic, where services were held on Friday August 12, 2011. Interment followed in Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, Port Republic.

Because of her love for fundraising, the family has requested memorial contributions be made to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Patricia Murphy, 75 Patricia Lee Murphy, 75, of Palm Coast, FL and formerly of Dunkirk and Chesapeake Beach, passed away August 18, 2011 at the Stuart F. Meyer Hospice House in Palm Beach, FL. Patricia was born January 29, 1936 in Washington, D.C. to Louis A.

and Evelyn (Hardesty) Merryman. She was raised in Washington and graduated from Anacostia High School, class of 1954. She began her career in the insurance industry as an underwriter with INA (Insurance Company of North America) and spent the majority of her career in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area with Smith-Field Insurance Agency. She moved to Palm Coast, Florida in 1999, and continued working in commercial insurance with Brown & Brown Insurance in Daytona Beach, FL until the time of her death. She was a member of the National Association of Insurance Women for many years, and an active member of Epiphany Episcopal Church in Forestville and All Saints Church in Sunderland.

Patricia is survived by a son Timothy Murphy of Upper Marlboro, and a daughter Kathleen Register and her husband Michael of Hamilton Square, NJ. She is also survived by granddaughters Shelby and Mikayla Register, a sister Shirley Burch (late husband Alton Joseph Burch) of Palm Coast, FL and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Memorial contributions and expressions of sympathy in Patricia’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society, Calvert County Unit, P.O. Box 752, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or to Stuart F. Meyer Hospice House, 150 Memorial Medical Parkway, Palm Coast, FL 32164.

Doris Sydnor, 86 Doris A. Sydnor of Huntingtown died peacefully on August 8, 2011 at the age of 86.

She was born on February 15, 1925 in Washington, DC to Samuel and Ida Higgs.

She was the beloved wife of the late George A. Sydnor and a loving mother of Sandra Taylor and her husband, Joseph and Gary Sydnor and his wife, Susann. Doris was the devoted grandmother of Jenny Lindenbaum and her husband, Fran; Lee Ann Stone and her husband, Earl; Lenny Sydnor and his wife, Melissa; and Kevin Sydnor and his wife, Heather.

She was the great-grandmother of Chris, Jenna, Kyle, Meghan, Cameron, Jaycob, Reghan, Riley and George. She is also survived by her sistersin-law Virginia Settle and Mary Sydnor.

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ny, Bell Atlantic and retired from AT & T after 30+ years of service. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers.

Doris had a number of hobbies. Gardening, traveling and antiquing were her favorites. She was a member of the National Historic Society, Antique – Calvert County American Arts Association, the Preservation Society for Congressional Cemetery in Washington, DC and the National Historical Society – Calvert Branch.

Friends were received at Lee Funeral Home in Owings, which handled arrangements. A Funeral Mass was held at Jesus the Divine Word Catholic Church in Huntingtown. Interment followed at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Suitland.

Jack Zeiler, 92 John Charles “Jack” Zeiler, Jr., age 92, of Rose Haven passed away August 7, 2011 at the Mandrin Chesapeake Hospice House in Harwood.

Jack was born September 7, 1918 in Baltimore, MD to John Charles Sr. and Helen (Bauer) Zeiler. He was raised in Baltimore and attended St. Anthony’s School, St. Joseph High School and Mergenthaler Printing School. Jack entered the U.S. Army on December 31, 1942 serving until March 9, 1946, earning the European-AfricanMiddle Eastern Service, American Service

and World War II Victory Medals. He married Helen Mabel Kaufmann on September 6, 1941 and they made their home in Baltimore where he was employed as a Linotype Operator. They moved to Rose Haven in 1974 and Jack was a proofreader for the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C. for twenty years, retiring in 1983.

Jack was a member of St. Anthony’s Church in North Beach and a lifelong member of the Boy Scouts of America. He was also an avid sailor and especially enjoyed sailing on the Chesapeake Bay. In his leisure he enjoyed bike riding and rode a tricycle into his 90’s.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, wife Helen Mabel Zeiler, a brother Thomas Zeiler, a sister Helen “Cele” Zeiler and by a grandson. He is survived by his daughter Jacqueline “Jacque” Benjamin of North Beach; sons Terry J. Zeiler and wife Suzanne of Camarillo, CA; Richard J. Zeiler and wife Jeanie of Baltimore; and Christopher J. Zeiler and wife Carolyn of Gaffney, SC. He is also survived by thirteen grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren, sisters Sister Christopher Zeiler of the Medical Missions Order, Meadowbrook, PA, and Sister Judith Zeiler of Mission Helpers Order, Baltimore; and a sister-in-law Agnes Zeiler of Orlando, Florida.

Friends were received on Friday August 12 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., in Owings.

A service and celebration of Jack’s life was held Saturday, August 13 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, North Beach. Interment was in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Baltimore.

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After hiking 51 miles in ten days through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of New Mexico, the eight members of Boy Scout Troop 429 are home safely in Calvert County. Along with four fathers, the young men successfully participated in a life-changing experience and arrived home on August 10.

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“It was wonderful to see the boys respect the creature. The snake realized it wasn’t threatened and then posed no threat itself. It just slithered down the side of the trail,” recalled Gerald Cullens, Matthew’s father and the Adult Advisor on the trip. The boys are encouraged to not interrupt nature as they experience it.

The boys also practiced a “Leave No Trace” lifestyle. They not only packed in their food for several days at a time, they packed out all of their trash, too. Settling in for the night was complicated by the need to suspend all items with any smell, not just food, from a rope in order to not attract the attention of the bear population.

Mr. Cullens was pleased with the way Philmont centered the focus on the boys building a team. Each boy began the trek as an individual but they emerged as one, interdependent unit. Each one had an important role to play that would determine the

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success of the expedition. These young men gained a great sense of self-worth, as well as a sense of their importance to the group, whether it is the hiking crew, the troop or their community.

A Philmont Ranger hiked for the first few days with the group and then released them to be on their own when the ranger felt the skill level was sufficient. Troop 429 set off alone on day three. According to Backpacker Magazine, “They may meet only one other group on the trail in an entire day. Each Scout group camps in isolation, out of sight and sound of all other groups.”

Realizing the star-gazing benefits of the remote location, some of the boys even chose to sleep outside of their tents one night.

“They were mesmerized by the amount of stars. Being from the DC area, most of the Scouts had never seen the sky like that,” Gerald Cullens added. “We really made the most of it because for most boys it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity. If they’re lucky, they’ll return someday with their own children.”

Justin Thompson, also of Chesapeake Beach, was another one of the boys to make the trip. He was most impressed with the scenery they viewed along the way.“Imagine yourself being cut off from civilization and being at an elevation of 9,000 feet and seeing all of the mountains and rivers and trees below you. It was really cool,” Justin shared. “I was proud of my dad [Phil Thompson], too.”

While at various camps, the boys rode horses, rock climbed and repelled, shot blackpowder rifles and shotguns, and made fishing flies. Because it was the area’s dry season, the boys did all of this without the warmth and comfort of a wood campfire on nights when the temperature dipped to the mid-30’s Members of Troop 429 would like to thank the generous donations of American Legion Post 206. They are also grateful to Chris Kampsen and son Kyle of Troop 789, who volunteered to fill in at the last minute for Scout Master Ybarra and his son, Diego.

Diego broke his ankle at Goshen Scout Camp shortly before they were scheduled to leave and was unable to go to Philmont. A disappointment of that magnitude can only be assuaged by hopes of attending next year.

About the Author: Jenny Kellner is a mother, teacher and Girl Scout leader. She lives in North Beach with her husband, Joe, and their four children, and serves on the town’s Historic Preservation Commission.

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Chris Comer, Director of Government Affairs for our local Comcast office says, “We are pretty excited about the new program.”

Alisha Martin in Baltimore, an official spokeswoman for Comcast, says, “Internet Essentials will be available everywhere that Comast offers high-speed Internet service, including Calvert and Anne Arundel Counties.

We’ll be rolling it out around the start of the school year, directly in partnerships with the schools. We know that many of those who are eligible are people who don’t have access at home and can’t get on the Internet unless they go to the library, so children will be bringing home information from school.”

“It’s early in the program, so there’s no way to know how many families may be eligible. We do know that more than 17 million students nationwide are served through the National School Lunch Program, and about six million live in areas where Comcast offers services. And of course many of those families have more than one child in their household,” Martin adds.

“The world has gone digital, and we believe that the Internet is an equalizing force and life-changing technology. Low-income families are left behind if they don’t have access to the Internet. Their children are falling further behind. Through this, Comcast is increasing broadband adoption plans. It’s very ambitious and we are looking to close digital divide and get more Americans online. Students and parents can get educational resources online, look for or apply for jobs, and find out about services available to them and their families. They need this.”

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Martin says, “Families will be given a voucher for the lost-cost pc, and we’re now in discussions with a number of different manufacturers to provide them in partnership with us.”

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Martin says Comcast has no idea how many families will get online through this program. “Since this a new broadband adoption experiment, we cannot estimate how many people may take advantage of it or how much this will cost us as a company.

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Any Post Offices Closing Here This Year?

A History Of Those From Days Gone By

By Jay Lounsbury

The US Postal Service has attracted attention recently for its financial woes and announcing that it will review the status of 3,650 to 3,700 post offices nationwide for possible closure, over an unspecified period of time. To put this in perspective, since ZIP Code began in 1963, the average annual net number of PO closings in the US has been 288.

Fortunately, no POs in our area are on the "hit list." The closest, to our north, is the Annapolis DDU (Destination Delivery Unit) off Route 2, just south of Rt. 665, Aris T. Allen Blvd. To our south, two small offices in Charles and three in St. Mary's Counties are on the list.

Today, Calvert has 13 post offices.

Since the first ones in Huntingtown and St. Leonard opened on April 6, 1796, there have been a total of 63 POs in the county. Another five were proposed, but never opened. The apex of Calvert PO activity was in 1917 when 41 offices were in operation at the same time. Six Calvert POs opened on the same day in 1878.

Unless you live there, you might not know that most residents of the Town of North Beach are all issued PO boxes, since only those in the larger developments get mail delivery. Most residents still have to go to the PO on Bay Avenue to pick up their mail, which makes the PO a hub of constant activity. This also causes frustration and problems for

residents. Since 9/11, banks and government agencies demand a physical home address in an effort to track potential terrorists. However, North Beach residents can’t use their actual street address because they don’t get mail delivered there.

If addressed to a street number, it often gets “returned to sender” – that is, unless you know the postal employees and they know you and what your PO Box number is!

One of the now-closed post offices in northern Calvert was named Burnt, located three miles east of Sunderland and three miles north of Willows. It was only open 11 months from 1916 to 1917. A postmark from Burnt is a rarity. The only one I've seen is in the Postmark Collectors Club (PMCC) Museum in Ohio.

What are some other locations in our area that once had their own post offices?

- Bristol (Anne Arundel County) was in the area of Rt. 4, Rt. 258, and Greenock Road. It closed in 1967.

- Fair Haven (also AA) closed in 1968.

- Chaney, near Rt. 260 and Brickhouse/Jewell Roads, operated from 1900 to 1947.

- Chaneyville (1871 to 1918) was presumably in the area of Chaneyville Road, but I don't know if it was near Route 4.

- Lower Marlboro (AKA Marlborough), Calvert's third PO, opened three months after Huntingtown. Its post office closed in 1965.

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The Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities’ Family Caregiver Support Program will provide an opportunity for non-professional, unpaid caregivers to take a break from the everyday stress of caregiving on Saturday, Sept. 17. The 10th annual Caregivers’ Wellness Day will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Annapolis Senior Activity Center, 119 S. Villa Ave., Annapolis.

The event is free to anyone caring for a family member, neighbor, or friend in Anne Arundel County. Participants will have the chance to participate in educational sessions focused on caring for you, the caregiver, or to spend some quiet time in the center’s beautiful courtyard. No children under 18 years of age will be permitted.

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come and an opening session, “Ecstatically Radiant” with Anne Shums, health and wellness instructor, at 9:30 a.m. Participants can chose among morning sessions starting at 11:00 a.m.: • “Who Are You? Identity and the Caregiver’s Journey” with Mary Fridley, founder of Gero-Resources LLC. • “Is My Stress the Boss of Me?” with Anne Shums.

• “Nutrition for Caregivers – Taking Care of Ourselves!” with Ann Caldwell, registered dietitian, Anne Arundel Medical Center Wellness Department.

Following lunch and entertainment at 11:45 a.m., afternoon sessions will be held at 1:00 p.m. Participants can chose one: • “Making Music Your Sanctuary” with Carolyn Sonnen, music therapist.

• “Flexibility and Balance” with Brian Gallagher, physical therapist.

• “Relax and Renew” with Valerie

- Cox (name changed to Lowry in 1911) presumably was in the vicinity of Cox Road in Huntingtown.

- Mount Harmony had its own office from 1890 to 1926.

- The Paris PO (1910-1956) was in the area of Rt. 260 and Boyds Turn Rd., in Owings.

- Wilburn (1906-1925) was in the Sunderland area.

- Along the Bay, West Beach, near the current location of the Veterans Park, was absorbed by Chesapeake Beach in 1960.

- Going south, Poplars (closed 1940) was probably on or near Old Bayside Road.

- Further down the Bay coast, the Randle Cliffs post office operated from 1923 to 1932.

- Keep going south on Rt. 261 and you'll reach Willows, whose PO closed in 1961 after 82 years of operation.

- The last to be shut down in our area was the Sunderland PO, closed in 2007. It appears it may never reopen.

Precise location information on some of the older post offices is hard to find because many POs moved from place to place and there were a number of name changes, not to mention recordkeeping errors. I welcome any corrections or additional information at jaylounsbury@comcast.net.

About the Author: Jay Lounsbury of Dunkirk joined the nonprofit, National Postmark Collectors Club in his 20’s and served ten years as Director in his 30’s. The club's annual convention in Easton September 14-17 will be the 50th that he and wife Sally have hosted in Maryland. Author of a book on closed and renamed post offices since ZIP Codes began in 1963, Jay welcomes info, news, and questions on postal history via the webmaster at www. postmarks.org

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At 2:15 p.m. Mary Fridley will present the closing session, “The Gifts of Caregiving,” followed by evaluations.

Those who arrive by 9:30 a.m. have a chance to win a seated massage by Healing Touch, a hand massage, or aan cupuncture for stress relief session.

Free in-home and out-of-home respite care will be available. To reserve a slot, call Active Day Center-Pasadena at (410) 255-2879 or Active Day CenterAnnapolis at (410) 573-9100 no later than Sept. 12. Transportation may be available upon request.

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Chesapeake Current Music Calendar Saturday, August 27 Jazz at the Beach: At the North Beach Bandstand on Bay Avenue between 3rd and 5th Streets. Starting at 5:00, the Not So Modern Jazz Quartet led by Bill Rowe of Chesapeake Beach will entertain, followed by the Creole Gumbo Jazz Band featuring Jim Ritter of Breezy Point with the contagious sounds of Dixieland.

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Friday, September 2 First Free Friday at the Calvert Marine Museum from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Easy listening jazz standards by jazz trio Mermalaide starting at 6:30 pm.

Free 30 minute cruises on the historic vessel, Wm. B. Tennison.

Saturday and Sunday, September 3 and 4 1st Annual “Smokin’ on the Bay” BBQ Competition: With four live bands over two days! The Deale Elks Lodge 2528 invites you to its 1st Annual BBQ Competition at Herrington Harbour North Marina in Tracy’s Landing on Saturday, September 3 and Sunday, September 4 from 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. both days, rain or shine! Live bands, food and beverage vendors. Bring your own chair or blanket but no coolers, please. For more information, visit: www.smokinonthebay.com. Here’s the schedule of live music: - Saturday from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. – On Tap and from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Denny Martin Band.

- Sunday from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. – Old School Band (Motown, 60’s/70’s and Oldies) and from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Snake Bite (Heavy Metal, Rock Oldies).

Sunday, September 4 Blake Shelton with Chris Young in Concert at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department, 200 Calvert Beach Road, Saint Leonard, MD 20685.

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Thursday, September 8 Bay Breeze Concert: The Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum presents “The Dixie Power Trio” at 7:30 p.m. Augmented with “The New Line Brass” will entertain with authentic New Orleans jazz and original compositions. This is a return performance including their rendition of “When the Saints Go Marching In.” The museum is located at 4155 Mears Avenue in Chesapeake Beach. Call (410) 257-3892 for more info. Concerts are outdoors on the museum porch and are free to the public.

Weekly Events (ongoing): Every Thursday Night: Family-Friendly Karaoke all summer at Heavenly Chicken and Ribs, Dunkirk Gateway Shopping Center, 10812 Town Center Blvd., Dunkirk. Show your talent by playing, singing and/or doing karaoke to your favorite songs!

The fun starts at 7:00 p.m. and goes until 11:00 p.m.

Open Mic every Friday night at Heavenly Chicken and Ribs, 10812 Town Center Blvd., Dunkirk, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Reserve your time in the spotlight by calling ahead! (410) 286-9660.

Another Open Mic every Friday night at the North Beach Farmers’ Market at 7th Street and Bay Avenue. Begins at 6:00 p.m.

Every Wednesday: Bluegrass Jam at Happy Harbor Restaurant, 533 Deale Road, in Deale. Get ready for some old-time fun, whether you come to play or just to listen and enjoy. The Bluegrass Jam starts at 7:00 p.m.

Opening the New Band Shell In just a few days, Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa will unveil its portable replica of the original boardwalk’s Band Shell. Owner Gerald Donovan tells the Chesapeake Current, “We’re going to set it up right down by the water, on the beach.”

The original Band Shell was constructed as part of the grand opening of the Boardwalk in June 1900. The replica will consist of a stage, the shell and a beautiful architectural façade, but will utilize modern technology for portability and storage.

To officially open the venue, two concert performances are planned for September.

The first, on Sunday, September 11, music legend impersonator Johnny Rogers from Chicago. Rogers starts his show with his portrayal of country legend Johnny Cash, followed by his performance of Elvis Presley, Conway Twitty and his uncanny portrayal of the late great Buddy Holly.

By his side will be the legendary Tommy Allsup, a two- time Grammywinning producer and artist. Tommy played on more than 6,500 sessions and was Buddy Holly’s friend and lead guitarist from 1958-1959. He escaped death when flipping a coin with Ritchie Valens. Ritchie called heads and the rest is Rock N’ Roll history.

The following Sunday, September 18, music legend Hank Williams, Sr. tribute band, Hankerin’ 4 Hank from Oklahoma will perform at the new band shell. Hankerin' 4 Hank allows fans to experience the look and the sound of Hank Williams as he performed in the 1950’s complete with the doghouse bass, honky-tonk guitar and steel that so much defined the music of that era.

Doors open for both shows at 1:00 p.m. and shows begin at 3:00 p.m.

Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Special daily and overnight packages are available on performance weekends. Purchase tickets at the Rod ‘N’ Reel Restaurant or online at www.cbresortspa.com.

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A season ticket provides admission to as many as 27 events including festivals, concerts and theatre productions.

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Along with admittance, season ticket holders may select preferred seating for productions in the La Plata Fine Arts Center Theatre.

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Saturday, August 20

Movie on the Beach: Eclipse will be shown on the big screen at North Beach (5th and Bay Avenue). Bring your own chairs or blankets. Movie begins at dusk.

Saturday, August 27

145th Annual Calvert County Jousting Tournament from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church in Port Republic. Come and enjoy a colorful parade of riders from all levels at the oldest tournament of Maryland’s official state sport. Jousting starts at noon and although free, donations will be gratefully accepted; all proceeds benefit Christ Episcopal Church. There will also be a church bazaar from 10:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. featuring books, baked goods, toys, plants, crafts and much more. Music will be performed in the Colonial church from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (rain or shine) featuring a variety of vocal and instrumental music. A country supper with fried chicken, deviled crab or ham entrées with various sides, beverages and desserts will be served from 2:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Boxed meals will be available from noon until 6:00 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church dates from 1772, although a log church was originally built on the grounds as early as 1672. The church is located at 3100 Broomes Island Rd. in Port Republic.

Saturday and Sunday, August 27-28 Camp Out For Calvert: To raise awareness and funding Project ECHO, Inc. will host an overnight event at the Navy Recreation Center from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Participants will experience what its like to be homeless by bringing their own tent or cardboard box, spending the night outdoors

and eating their own campfire prepared meals. Register at www.projectecho.net; email: Trishgipson@comcast.net or call (410) 535-0044.

p.m. both days, rain or shine! Live bands, food and beverage vendors. Bring your own chair but no coolers, please. For more information, visit: www.smokinonthebay.com.

Jazz at the Beach: at the North Beach Bandstand on Bay Avenue between 3rd and 5th Streets from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Bill Rowe of Chesapeake Beach and the Not So Modern Jazz Quartet as well as Jim Ritter of Breezy Point and the expanded Creole Gumbo Jazz Band will be performing.

Cinema Cafe: Calvert Library Prince Frederick presents Crash (rated R), the 2006 Academy Award Best Motion Picture of the Year. Covering thirty-six hours in Los Angeles, this challenging and thought-provoking film takes an intimate look at race relations in a melting pot and how we speed through our lives without always considering the connections and consequences of our actions. Lights go down at 6:00 p.m. and the film, presented in Blu-Ray format, will be followed by a discussion ending by 8:30 p.m. that might cover ethical decisions, race relations, pride, tolerance, success and more.

Light refreshments and coffee will be served.

For more information, call Robyn Truslow at (410) 535-0291 or (301) 855-1862.

Saturday, August 27

Wednesday, August 31

Get a Job: The Calvert County Job Fair will be Wednesday, August 31 from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 p.m. at the Calvert County Fairgrounds, 140 Calvert Fair Drive. Bring your resume and meet local business owners who are hiring.

Saturday, September 3

Huge Yard Sale: The North Beach Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will hold a giant yard sale in their parking lot on Bayside Road, Chesapeake Beach from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Tables are available for $15 each and $25 for two. To reserve a table please contact Diana (410) 231-1775 (must be reserved in advance; for additional tables, check with Diana).

Saturday and Sunday, September 3 and 4

Wednesday, September 7

Thursday, September 8

Bay Breeze Concert: The Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum presents “The Dixie Power Trio.” Augmented with “The New Line Brass” will entertain with authentic New Orleans jazz and original compositions. This is a return performance including their rendition of “When the Saints Go Marching In.” Concerts are outdoors on the museum porch starting and are free to the public. The museum is located at 4155 Mears Avenue in Chesapeake Beach. Call (410) 257-3892 for more info.

New Dance Classes Scheduled The non-profit Davidsonville Dance Club has several new fall classes scheduled to begin in September. For more information, call (301) 809-0288.

Beginning Thursday, September 8 for eight weeks Thursday Night Ballroom Dance Classes 7:00 – 8:00 pm Beginning Cha Cha 8:00 – 9:00 pm Intermediate Waltz No partner required Professional Instructor $50 per person (plus $10 membership fee for the year) Beginning Wednesday, September 14 for eight weeks Wednesday Night Ballroom Dance Classes 7:00 – 8:00 pm Basic I Night Club Two-Step 8:00 – 9:00 pm Basic II Hustle No partner required Professional Instructor $50 per person (plus $10 membership fee for the year) Beginning Tuesday, Sept ember 20 for eight weeks Tuesday Night Ballroom Dance Classes 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Foxtrot and Samba Recommended for experienced couples Professional Instructor $50 per person (plus $10 membership fee for the year)

1st Annual “Smokin’ on the Bay” BBQ Competition: The Deale Elks Lodge 2528 invites you to its 1st Annual BBQ Competition at Herrington Harbour North Marina in Tracy’s Landing on Saturday, September 3 and Sunday, September 4 from 10:00 a.m. – 8:00

Want to see your non-profit group’s event in the Chesapeake Current?

Email complete details along with contact information at least three weeks in advance to editor@ChesapeakeCurrent.com.

Medart Galleries Hosts Artists

Now through September 30, Beth Conte with Landscapes/Florals and Dena Ragan with Equine Art on display at Medart Galleries at 10366 Southern Maryland Boulevard in Dunkirk. Come see the works of these incredible artists! Call (301) 855-4515 or (410) 257-6616 for more information.

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